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Desert Hills Hotel


601 West Arenas Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262

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94% of travellers recommend
4.5 of 5 stars 92 reviews
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5 of 5 stars
Fango   11 contributions
St. Louis
23 Jul 2010 | Trip type: Solo travel

I stayed here one night because the Orbit In was full. The folks at Orbit In not only recommended it, but made the reservation for me. I LOVED it. I'd definitely return, especially if I were staying for a longer period of time. It was so peaceful and tranquil and, as others have written, the room was big and comfortable.... more

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5 of 5 stars
Mitz39   1 contribution
Weehawken, New Jersey
10 May 2010 | Trip type: Couples
1
person found this review helpful

Amazing place to stay! Small - about 20 rooms. We had room # 10 - a hugh living room with couch and 2 comfortable reclining chairs, dining room table, full kitchen, bedroom,two TVs and lots of draws. Fabulous beds and wonderful robes to match. This is the place to go if you are looking to unwind and get a way... more

Retro cool
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5 of 5 stars
Lillybelle   20 contributions
Calgary
22 Apr 2010 | Trip type: Couples

My husband and I stayed for 3 nights and thought we'd been transported back to the 1950s! It was mid-century modern at its best. The units are all clustered around the pool area and each has its own little table and chairs right outside the door. The units are spotlessly clean and well equipped. The kitchen (we had a deluxe... more

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5 of 5 stars
travelingkeiki   67 contributions
Columbus, Ohio
10 Apr 2010 | Trip type: Couples
1
person found this review helpful

Our stay at Desert Hills was excellent! Here are the highlights: Bed: Very comfy bed!! Bath: Clean. Great supply of hot water and good water pressure. Hairdryer and shampoo/conditioner provided. Original fixtures and tile work from the 50s are a nice touch. Kitchenette: Stocked with dishes, glasses, silverware, dish towels, toaster, fridge, coffee maker. There is a grill by the... more

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5 of 5 stars
TheHollinator   1 contribution
Port Orchard, Washington
5 Mar 2010 | Trip type: Couples

My fiance and I had such a wonderful vacation that we decided to go ahead and get married when we returned home. The week we spent at the Desert Hills Palm Springs was so relaxing and peaceful that it gave us a chance to talk about our future together while we floated in the pool or sat in the hot... more

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5 of 5 stars
charmedtraveler21   1 contribution
Los Angeles
22 Feb 2010 | Trip type: Friends getaway

The romantic setting at the base of the San Jacinto mountains is only one of the perks from staying at the Desert Hills. In the mornings, the sun lights up the beautiful SoCal scenery and there's no place I'd rather be than by the pool at the Desert Hills. Its location leaves it protected from the sometimes fierce winds in... more

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3 of 5 stars
ochw   20 contributions
Southern California
20 Feb 2010
1
person found this review helpful

We chose this hotel after consulting with the Karen Brown & Trip Advisor websites. The hotel was charming, rooms simple, clean and harked back to the hey day of Palm Springs. The pool and jacuzzi were immaculate, the setting breathtaking and it's3-5 block proximity to down town Palm Springs a real treat both for shopping and for the Thursday night... more

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5 of 5 stars
Lynnae51   1 contribution
Poulsbo
1 Feb 2010 | Trip type: Friends getaway
1
person found this review helpful

What a delightful place to stay!!! This hotel was probably built in the 50's but has been completely renovated but the old world charm remains. I stayed in Lucille Ball's room - the room Lucille Ball apparently stayed in year after year in the 50's. It had a huge living room, kitchen, bathroom and large bedroom. I also saw several... more

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5 of 5 stars
Luandu   3 contributions
Port Orchard, WA
13 Nov 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway
2
people found this review helpful

A group of friends have been spending several days at this great little boutique hotel each November since Debbie Broughton acquired it six years ago. It is spotlessly clean, comfy robes and linens, super friendly staff, beautiful sparkling pool and hot tub and upscale easy to use BBQ by the pool.. Easy walking distance to downtown and scrumptious restaurants. Perfect... more

Paradise!
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5 of 5 stars
SnerkBerk   3 contributions
Eugene, OR
22 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway
2
people found this review helpful

I found a tranquil, relaxing world, far beyond my own expectations at the the Desert Hills. A sweet location, backing the mountains, encircling the oasis within...such an amazing environment and energy to truly melt the stress away. I have never felt more relaxed in my entire life. The grounds are beautiful and the staff make you feel right at home.... more

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601 West Arenas Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262